Washbasin

/wˈɒʃbe‍ɪsən/

/ˈwɑʃˌbeɪsən/

Washbasin

a container that a person can use to wash their hands and face, usually found in a bathroom, which has a faucet to turn on the water and a drain to let the water out

synonyms : basin

lavatory

washbowl

washstand

a basin for washing the hands (`wash-hand basin' is a British expression)

synonyms : handbasin

lavabo

wash-hand basin

washbowl

Examples

1. Washbasins and sinks have a lot of grime which is difficult to remove.

2. Cells at Alcatraz were quite small and didn't come with much-- just a cot, a washbasin, and a toilet.

3. He went on to note the toilet had no seat and the washbasin only had one tap, which was only for cold water.

4. During our visit, the only washbasin we saw was in Tamara's office and there was no so trim.

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